2013 Chevrolet Traverse Technical Service Bulletins

1,670 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10071527Mar 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062867Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10052065Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. General motors: electrical concerns. Some problems exhibited are no crank/no start, warning lights illuminate, hvac operation problems, communitcation codes. This could be caused by blown fuses.
• 10112885Feb 26, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that a noise or a vibration in the vehicle that seems to be abnormal may not have been there when the vehicle was purchased. Technician should look for Non - General Motors aftermarket accessories installed on the vehicle that can cause these issues.
• 10112858Feb 13, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon and may also have an oil or coolant leak. Technician may find coolant or oil in a spark plug tube. If the Spark Plug Tube is leaking and it is determined that the oil or coolant is not coming from a leak above the spark plug then replace the cylinder Head, spark plug and coil.
• 10112857Feb 13, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of the connector or component, prior to any component replacement. Always use the recommended terminal test tool during these tests.
• 10062465Feb 13, 2013Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10112846Feb 5, 2013Electronic stability control, Suspension. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the rear end has a sway feeling in the rear while switching lanes at highway speeds. Technician should follow all published Service Information diagnostics for the concern. Also inspect the rear suspension components for signs of damage or looseness and inspect the rear toe adjustment bar bushings with the…
• 10250083Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Paint-less Dent Repair Process
• 10247725Feb 1, 2013Suspension, Electronic stability control. Diagnosing Suspension And Rear End Sway
• 10247070Feb 1, 2013Electronic stability control, Suspension. Diagnosing Suspension And Rear End Sway
• 10246570Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Paint-less Dent Repair Process
• 10112838Feb 1, 2013Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with a supplement to the Service Information timing procedure for the high feature V-6 engine. Technician will also review the training video on the Common Training Website.
• 10071542Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070830Feb 1, 2013Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063988Feb 1, 2013Engine, Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10051942Feb 1, 2013Suspension. Gmc/saturn/buick/chevrolet: a slight rear end sway occurs when traveling at highway speeds and switching lanes. Models 2008-2013 enclave, 2009-2013 traverse, 2007-2010 outlook, 2007-2013 acadia.
• 10133159Jan 30, 2013Electrical system. This preliminary informational bulletin provides engineering information on no crank/no start due to discharged 12V battery.
• 10133152Jan 28, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on the replacement process for the product quality center.
• 10133151Jan 28, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information for service agents not required to contact product quality center for CNG, LPG or gasoline engine, transmission and/or transfer case.
• 10133149Jan 28, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on suspected tampering due to aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices causing multiple issues.
• 10133147Jan 28, 2013Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on tire radial force variation.
• 10133143Jan 25, 2013Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on suspected tampering on vehicles modifications for identifying non GM ECM calibrations.
• 10133139Jan 24, 2013Other or unknown. This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for DTCs P0965, P2719 and P2728.
• 10112738Jan 23, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a rear DVD video screen will not turn back on after an ignition key cycle. Dealer should advise the customer that the screen can be turned back on using the power button on the remote or the front seat occupants can toggle the pause / play on screen control. Dealer should communicate to the customer this…
• 10133130Jan 16, 2013Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information pre-painting/cleaning process for TPO plastic fascias.
• 10133126Jan 15, 2013Seat belts. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on properly repositioning the seat belt webbing/latch plate due to becoming twisted.
• 10133125Jan 14, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on a update for the Electronic Component Exchange Program (U.S. and Canada Only)
• 10247749Jan 1, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Rear DVD Screen Off After Ignition Key is Cycled.
• 10247729Jan 1, 2013Equipment. High Pitch Sound From Radio Display
• 10247094Jan 1, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Rear DVD Screen Off After Ignition Key is Cycled.
• 10247074Jan 1, 2013Equipment. High Pitch Sound From Radio Display
• 10071526Jan 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062878Jan 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10138538Dec 20, 2012Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on the proper oils to use on GM vehicles including information regarding the differences of the Dexos oils.
• 10113849Dec 20, 2012Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on the proper oils to use on GM vehicles including information regarding the differences of the Dexos oils.
• 10138541Dec 17, 2012Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
• 10113843Dec 17, 2012Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
• 10112679Dec 17, 2012Steering. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the step to replace the power steering cooler. Technician will need to block off the hoses near the cooler connection with appropriate clamps. After the hoses are clamped disconnect the cooler from the lines and remove the cooler. Before installing the new cooler prefill the new cooler on the bench and cap off the pre-filled cooler…
• 10112678Dec 17, 2012Equipment, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a power lift-gate that is inoperative from all the switches and the keyless entry transmitter only with the ignition in the off position. Technician will need to check for battery voltage on circuit 5985 going to the Engine Control Module and to the Transmission Control Module.
• 10112677Dec 14, 2012Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.
• 10112665Dec 13, 2012Fuel system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the fuel gauge does not go to empty and the vehicle runs out of gas, or they may hear a fuel slosh or noise from the fuel tank area when braking or accelerating from a stop. Technician will need to inspect the fuel tank baffle for being loose.
• 10112663Dec 13, 2012Body and structure, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Power Lift-gate, it will open fully, drop a few inches, then power close. Technician will replace the Lift-gate struts if it will not remain open when opened manually.
• 10245786Dec 12, 2012Exterior lighting, Air bags. Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime Passenger Airbag Indicator On When Electronic Devices or Conductive Objects are Placed on Front Passenger Seat
• 10112641Dec 12, 2012Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. Dealer should send the correct fluid to the proper testing center.
• 10113837Dec 7, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.
• 10138556Dec 4, 2012Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin provides a descritption of operation of the echo control and noise cancellation settings for concernc regarding noice drop outs during calls and muffled sound.
• 10138552Dec 4, 2012Air bags. This informational bulletin provides information regarding the Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime and Passenger Airbag Indicator On When Electronic Devices or Conductive Objects are Placed on Front Passenger Seat
• 10113831Dec 4, 2012Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin provides a descritption of operation of the echo control and noise cancellation settings for concernc regarding noice drop outs during calls and muffled sound.
• 10113824Dec 4, 2012Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information regarding the Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime and Passenger Airbag Indicator On When Electronic Devices or Conductive Objects are Placed on Front Passenger Seat

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